Tracking Toward the Mile High City
In a little over two months we will convene in Denver for AAE18 – our annual association meeting. The AAE annual meeting continues to be the most comprehensive endodontic education summit, vendor exhibition and networking opportunity in the world.
Read MoreProposed Change to AAE Membership Requirements
After reviewing the 2017 Member Needs Survey results, the Constitution and Bylaws Committee made the recommendation to modify the AAE Bylaws by removing the requirement for membership in the ADA or its international equivalent.
Read MoreWarmest Wishes and a Wishlist
Dr. Myers shares his thoughts on giving and his hopes for the New Year in a special holiday message.
Read MoreWhat is the American Board of Endodontics?
Becoming a Diplomate of the ABE will help our specialty thrive for years to come.
Read MoreReflections on Mentors and Our Members
If we follow a clear formula for success, collectively we can and will continue to maintain a bright future for the specialty of endodontics.
Read MoreReinforcing Endodontic Emergency Preparedness
“Be prepared.” We’re all familiar with the Boy Scout adage. Preparing for dire circumstances is undoubtedly critical in times of catastrophe. It is also important in our line of work — when a patient is in extreme pain, for instance.
Read MoreThe Mouse, the Orchestra and Endodontists
Fifteen years ago was when I first remember hearing the comment, “Endodontics? That’s a dying specialty.” Needless to say, this comment provided a spark and a wake-up call.
Read MoreBaseball, Endodontics and Strategic Planning
Over the past several months, the AAE Board of Directors has established new goals for the AAE and put into place an updated strategic plan for our association.
Read MoreAssociation Membership-What’s in it for me?
Most of you should have recently received a notice to renew your AAE membership for 2017-2018. It will probably not surprise you to know that I have already renewed mine for the coming year. But why should you renew your membership? Let me provide a little background before I discuss the value of AAE membership.
Read MoreTaking Control of Our Specialty
“The pessimist complains about the wind, the optimist expects it to change, the realist adjusts the sails.”
– William Arthur Ward Our specialty of endodontics has come a long way since I completed my residency program in 1991. Electronic apex locators, rotary files, the surgical microscope, bioceramic materials and cone beam CT are but just a few things that have not only raised the quality of endodontic care over the past 25 years, but they have raised the bar on what should be the standard of care for ALL dental practitioners performing root canal therapy.